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(Typically, it's my family that's a little off the mark here.) Anyway, generally you DON'T prune this until after it's bloomed, such as other spring-flowering shrubs like forsythia or lilac.

Occasionally we come across a question that we find particularly interesting or intriguing. Just remember that most trees do best when planted at the same level that they are growing, so make sure your holes are filled enough to raise the tree to that...

You can fill the gap with an insulating material like Styrofoam, crumpled newspaper, dead leaves, or more potting soil if desired.Hard water can be a problem, usually not so much because of the calcium content but because it is alkaline.

Our writers and admins will handpick a few of your questions and answer them in an upcoming Ask-a-Gardener, one of our Saturday morning features. Other questions may be moved to one of our other forums so your fellow members can help you.

Even though you indicate an uneventful summer, the events earlier in the season set the stage for an unusual cycle. Soil temperatures are warmer than in the spring, and the plant will have several months to settle in before the heat of summer begins.

The good news is, there are far more purple flowers than blue ones. I order blue plants that grow purple! So my recommendation is to plant new plants in containers or in a separate trial area until you find out if the color suits you.

It could mean putting a tomato cage over it and wrapping in burlap. Answers: The term ‘winter protection' means to give your plant just a little help to survive a harsh winter. We hope you find these questions (and answers, penned by our admins and...

I hope you can turn your yard situation into a real bonus of edible and medicinal plants!Yes, you can grow roses from seed. Depending on the type of rose you've collected seeds from, they might bloom the first year, and they might take as long as three...

Occasionally we come across a question that we find particularly interesting or intriguing. With your jade plant, it sounds like you want to drastically change its shape. Make sure to keep all your light-sensitive indoor plants rotated so they don't lean...

You don't want an ant nest or aphids hitching a ride for your comfy climate controlled house. Strip off the leaves from the lower joint and cut the growth on the upper joint so that you only have two or three leaves left.

Yesterday I put a little bit of miracle grow liquid in it. If you have a question you'd like us to consider, you may pose it in the. With out moving it, the plant will never have a chance to grow , and I will never be able to move it.

Some of the smaller winter squash vareties will climb a fence without any additional help as well. As carrielamont mentioned, many gardeners overwinter mature plants in a garage or basement.treehug asks: I have raised cyclamen for years.

A fungus attacks your seedlings at the soil line and they will wilt, rot off, or become stunted and refuse to thrive. When a tiny plant only has a bit of a root the width of a sewing thread, it cannot possibly take in much water.

Read lots of feedbackAnnual: Pansies are the one annual I buy every year. The frozen groundtends to be brutal on new root systems, so if you mulch well, it keeps the temperature of the soil a few degrees warmer than unprotected ground.

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After watering all of the plants in and spreading some finely chopped cedaron top of the soil, although you could use gravel or whatever mulch suits your style, it was time to get ready for the wedding.Seeing the joy on my daughter's face when she arrived...

See ya' laterthere. Be aware of the quirks in your canvas before you plant and you'll save yourself a headache later on!The most amazing thing about the flower garden is that it's always changing.

Add about six inches of compost or rich soil on top with another layer of organic mulch (like straw) on top of this. Before starting a flower bed, you need to plan ahead. Where do you begin?

Does your garden look tired? Don't be afraid to experiment with different plants to create various effects. Mimic these in the garden for a more natural appearance.Gardens require a sense of direction.

Do you want a bed close to the ground? Bricks and stones are good options, too. Go for two or three layers.If you do more than one layer, make sure to place it so that the joints between the blocks in the second layer sit over the middle of the blocks...

Nursery stock live several years in their containers before they're sold, so just make sure they have ample water during the dry periods and they should live through summer or winter just fine.answers: There are many hardy mums that will thrive in your...

Other questions may be moved to one of our other forums so your fellow members can help you Gardening is both art and science, with some luck and skill thrown in for good measure. You may also try a vibration device which you will bury in your garden...

Or maybe the garden soil was just so lovely and nice that the critters could not resist rummaging through it. Daffodils are one of my favorites for naturalizing. In my country the fruits are picked up after the first frost, which doesn't damage them;...

The image at the left is one of my coneflowers emerging in mid February.answers: All fertilizer packages have a code on them that tells you the percentages of the nutrients. Occasionally we come across a question that we find particularly interesting...

We hope you find these questions (and answers, penned by our admins and writers) helpful as you grow your gardening knowledge! Occasionally we come across a question that we find particularly interesting or intriguing.

Since you are planning on using these plants as part of a shade garden, chances are, they'll thrive. You can plant your peony in May if you wish. Don't overwater! I usually water in the evening and fertilize the next morning.

I'd recommend you visit a knowledgeable nursery to discuss your plan before you buy. But I'd caution that those trees or shrubs could quickly get out of hand, and become overgrown, without skilled and dedicated care.Can I be honest?